Manufacturing Engineer

Gilder Search Group; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading search firm is seeking a manufacturing specialist focused on continuous improvement activities to enhance production efficiency. The ideal candidate must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with familiarity with Surface-Mount Technology (SMT). Preferred qualifications include a BS/MS in Engineering. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $65k to $110k annually based on experience. This position is located in Santa Clara, California.

Qualifications

• Experience in PCBA and soldering techniques.
• Ability to work with schematic diagrams and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with statistical methods for process evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing process through continuous improvement activities.
• Create programs to support production reporting.
• Coordinate supply chain procurement activities.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Mathematics

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Schematic reading

Soldering knowledge

Education

BS/MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering

Tools

Surface-Mount Technology (SMT)

SPI

AOI

AXI

BGA rework machines

Job description

PURPOSE

Responsible for continuous improvement activities under instructions to support manufacturing process, technique, and methodology. As improvement in manufacturing systems by using statistical analysis and other analytical tools to maximize production efficiency. Support the organizational goals in achieving total customer satisfaction.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES / DUTIES

• Creates program to support the production report
• Collects schedule build requirement and expects output to achieve schedule plan
• Evaluates and indicates how to achieve the performance
• Calculates head count and overtime requirement
• Cooperates with Production manager Industrial Engineer to improve efficiency and balance head count to properly for output achievement
• Set target by cooperating with engineer and production supervisor to follow-up
• Defines problem and establishes the corrective and preventive action follows up and report.
• Knows your customer's expectations and drive action to meet them
• Perform other duties as properly assigned by supervisor/leader
• Work with customer DFM engineer to define manufacturing process flow and prepare necessary tooling for PCBA
• Works closely with the site to coordinate supply chain procurement activities in support of engineering builds
• Publishes and reviews DFX reports with key customer representatives, including all issues found and resolved during developments, as well as yield reports and analysis.
• Develops Build Plans with the project team, driving and coordinating the subsequent builds, lead times and shipments with the site.
• Makes intelligent decisions to support quick turn around on sample and engineering builds.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Excellence math, verbal, computer, and problem solving skills required
• Must be able to read and interpret schematic diagrams, technical manuals and related information
• Familiar with Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) electronic components and SMT assembly process.
• Familiar with SMT and PTH process especially
• Familiar with solder printer, SPI, AOI, AXI, wave soldering and BGA rework machines
• Familiar with soldering materials, soldering process, temperature profiling and process debug for soldering issues on PCBA.
• Familiar with IPC and J-STD which related with PCBA, soldering and test.
• Familiar with statistical methods (SPC, GRR, DOE) for problem solving and process capability evaluation.
• Experience of writing the work instruction.

Preferred Education

BS/MS degree for Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Rate

$65k-$110k/annually; based on knowledge, skills, experience, etc

Compensation

$80k-$100k/annually

EEO Statement

FabrinetWest including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Posted: Friday, February 27, 2026

Job #: 772